COMFORTING WORDS FOR THOSE WHO LOVE CHRIST

CHAPTER I

HER THREE DESIRES

I DESIRED three graces In this context, "graces" refers to spiritual gifts or favors granted by God. through the gift of God.

The first was to keep the Passion The "Passion" refers to the physical and spiritual suffering of Jesus Christ during his final hours and crucifixion. of Christ in my mind.

The second was to experience a physical illness.

The third was to receive from God the gift of three wounds These "wounds" are metaphorical, representing deep spiritual states: true contrition (sorrow for sin), loving compassion, and a steadfast longing for God..

Regarding the first desire, it came to my mind with great devotion. It seemed to me that I already felt deeply about the Passion of Christ; yet I desired to feel it even more by the grace of God. I thought to myself that I wanted to have been present at that time with Mary Magdalene,